Cleaning your opal ring is easy, even though it's more delicate than some gemstones.Your ring's stone is either a pure, uncut, doublet or triplet opal that has been sliced and layers to fit the setting.No matter what type of ring you have, use warm, soapy water to clean it and avoid using chemical or mechanical cleaners.If you have a doublet or triplet opal, you will want to keep it out of the water.
Step 1: Warm water should be placed in a small bowl.
If you want to create a lather, add 2 or 3 drops of a dish soap.The water should be in the range of 68 to 72 F.
Step 2: Put the ring into the soapy solution.
If you want to loosen any dirt, let it soak for a few minutes.While it's soaking, don't rub the gemstone with your fingers.Don't use your nails to scrap.The scratches on the stone will be caused by this.
Step 3: Put a soft cloth with the solution on the ring.
You can use a microfiber jewelry cloth.When you are done cleaning the ring, rinse it under running water.Don't use a toothbrush.The bristles can permanently scratch the surface of the gemstones.
Step 4: You can dry your ring with a soft cloth.
Rub the entire ring.Don't leave water on your ring after cleaning.
Step 5: Place a small bowl of warm water in it.
Add 2 or 3 drops of dish soap to make a lather.The water should be in the range of 68 to 72 F (20 to 22C).Do not put your doublet or triplet in the soapy water.
Step 6: Put a soft cloth with the solution on the ring.
It's important to use a microfiber cloth for jewelry.Go slowly and try to get to the nooks and crannies of the ring with your cloth.Don't use a brush to clean your ring.The bristles can permanently scratch the surface of the gemstones.Don't use your fingers or fingernails to remove the gemstones.
Step 7: You should rinse your cloth and wipe the ring down again.
If you put your doublet or triplet under the water, it will loosen the glue between the layers of stone.If you want to remove the soap, use a rinse cloth.
Step 8: Use a soft, dry cloth to dry your ring.
Rub the entire ring.Don't leave water on your ring after cleaning.
Step 9: It's a good idea to clean your ring every few months.
It is best to clean your opal often since you can't rely on heavy hitting chemical cleaning agents.Regular cleaning makes soapy water more effective.
Step 10: Don't use chemical and mechanical cleansing methods.
It's a good idea to take your opal to a jeweler to have it professionally cleaned and polished.Don't use toothpaste or silver polish if you want to polish the metal setting at home.The methods can damage the gemstones.Try polishing wipes.You will be able to protect your opal because they give you more control.
Step 11: There is a safe place to store your ring.
Keep your ring separate from other jewelry.It's best to store it in a place that doesn't have direct sunlight.Don't wear your ring while doing outdoor chores.